At first, the thought of keeping betta fish with discus might not seem like the best idea. However, it doesn't necessarily have to be a bad pairing.
Successfully mixing betta fish with discus is definitely possible
.
Can you put 2 female bettas in a 5 gallon tank?
Ideally, the minimum tank size we would recommend for a group of four to six female bettas is 10 gallons, although
two female bettas will do fine in a 5-gallon setup
. Female bettas can do well in a peaceful community tank, too, but you'll need more space if you want to add other tank mates.
What fish can be paired with discus?
Some suitable aquarium mates include
cardinal tetras, neons, emperor and rummynose tetras as well as clown loaches and dwarf cichlids, such as rams and Apistogramma species
. All of these fish tolerate the high temperatures and low pH/hardness required by discus.
Do bettas need tank mates?
Betta fish are naturally territorial and
should not be housed with any other betta fish because they will fight and injure each other, often resulting in death
. They are unlikely to get lonely in their tank; however, if they are in a small tank, they may get bored.
Are discus peaceful fish?
Discus fish are
extremely peaceful
and shy in temperament and do best when kept in groups of six or more. While they can be kept in an aquarium with other peaceful species of freshwater fish, it is recommended that they be kept in a ‘species tank' due to their very specific tank and water requirements.
Can Corydoras live with discus?
Sterbai Cory (Corydoras Sterbai)
Sterbais grow to about 2.5 inches (6 cm) in length and have a long lifespan of 15 to 20 years! They are best kept in a group of four to six, which will help them feel secure and be more active.
These fish will not compete with your discus at feeding time as they eat just before dusk
.
What is the lifespan of a discus fish?
In home aquariums, discus live for
an average of 10 years, but can live up to 15 years
, and can grow up to 8 inches.
Can two female betta go together?
Betta fish are extremely attractive and easy to raise, but they can also be aggressive toward other fish, and many people wonder if a male and a female can live together. The short answer is
yes—but only on a very short-term basis.
How do you introduce two female bettas?
How big of a tank do you need for 3 female bettas?
Experienced betta-keepers recommend an aquarium size of
20 – 30 gallons
. However a 10-gallon sorority can be successful – but you may have to remove a bully female if she won't settle down and become sociable.
What fish should not go with betta?
Tiger barbs
and betta fish are not good tankmates. They are both aggressive little creatures that love picking fights with each other and, at least, in this case, the betta fish will be the one that loses.
How do you introduce betta Tankmates?
How fast does discus grow?
They are fully grown at the age of approximately
2 to 2.5 years
! To ensure the steady and stable growth of our discus fish, we recommend continuing to feed 3 daily meals of our STENDKER Discus Feed.
How do you make discus fish happy?
The easiest trick for keeping happy discus is to
raise the water temperature
. We highly recommend 85 to 86°F. The reason is because the discus farms we get them from usually keep their waters at these temperatures, and when we try to force them to cool down, it becomes a source of discomfort.
Do discus eat snails?
Mine never bothered my Discus.
They would share food, when I fed sinking foods
. They can reach 6′′ pretty easily, and are social fish. If you like them, and want to commit to a small school, they are very good snail hunters.
Can Congo tetras live with discus?
They make a wonderful addition to a Discus Community Tank
. According to Wikipedia “The Congo tetra has a typical full-bodied tetra shape with rather large scales.
Can neon tetras live with discus?
As we discussed earlier this is important because discus fish are pretty prone to stress. What is this? Although slightly lower temperatures are usually recommended for Rummynoses than Discus, hobbyists have found that
the tetras usually do just fine in their warm Discus tanks
.
Can I put discus in a community tank?
Although they are community fish and safe with small fish,
a community tank containing Discus only works if the conditions the Discus need are met first and foremost
.
How old is a 2 inch discus?
A 2 1⁄2 inch discus fish is only
three months old
when they are shipped to customers. The growth rate from 2 1⁄2 inch to 4 inch keeping the fish in a small aquarium will only take four more months.
How can you tell if a discus fish is male or female?
Although male discus fish have prominent physical characteristics,
the female usually has the most striking coloration in solid-colored fish, while the male's colors appear more faded
. In patterned species, the male has more intricate patterns than the female. Fin shape is another clue.
Do discus really need daily water changes?
Discus fish don't require daily water changes unless they are juveniles
, and you want to grow them to their maximum potential. However, they still need frequent water changes, and you should certainly do it if you want to raise a healthy, big, and beautiful fish.
- Kuhli Loaches. These eel-like oddball fish grow to about 3.5 inches long and are great scavengers for picking up any excess food your betta drops. …
- Ember Tetras. …
- Malaysian Trumpet Snails. …
- Harlequin Rasboras. …
- Cory Catfish.
When should I remove my female betta?
Once the eggs are laid
, the female betta should be removed, while the male betta remains to take care of the nest and eggs. After the fry become free-swimming, the male can also be returned to his tank.
How big do female bettas get?
Firstly, females are slightly smaller, reaching
2.25 inches
. Males grow up to 2.5-3 inches. Females generally have smaller fins, particularly the anal and dorsal fins. The tail fin is a bit thinner too.
